The University of Adelaide is a government owned university located in Southern Australia and is one of the oldest universities in Australia.

It was founded in the year 1874, but teaching did not start until 1876. Its first official lecture was in Latin. A total of four campuses are in the University, and they are, North terrace, Waithe, Thebarton and Roseworthy.

The main campus is North Terrace. The university library has an electronic database consisting of millions of journal articles. The state art gallery and museum add to a number of attractions in the school environment.

The University of Adelaide boasts a rich history and has accomplished a remarkable feat of producing a total of five Nobel Laureates. The University of Adelaide is said to conduct the best of researches in the world. The student to staff ratio of the university is 29 to 6 with a student population of over 25,000, of which 27% consist of foreign students, and over 3,500 staff members.

Ranking

The University of Adelaide could be said to rank among the best universities in the world with an 8th place ranking in Australia and a 113th place world ranking and is in the top 1 percentile of the best schools in the world.

Admissions are available for both domestic students and to international students. Options such as offshore programmes and pathway programs are also available.

For indigenous students

Choose your course of study

Aspiring students are to choose their field of study and check if they meet their requirements.

A SATAC application form should be filled and submitted. Admission offers would be emailed to successful applicants.

Acceptance of admission offer

Orientation week

For international students

The first step is to choose the course of study, after which the prospective student checks for the programs minimum requirements which include but are not restricted to English tests accepted by the University of Adelaide such as IELTS,TOEFL, Pearson’s and Cambridge with a minimum of overall scores of 6,70,50, and 169 respectively.

Other academic requirements such as the international ATAR, international Baccalaureate,and GCE must be met. Applicants should bear in mind that the academic requirements differ according course selection.

All applications should be submitted before their respective deadlines. Applicants that want to apply for scholarships are to do so at least 8 weeks to the closure of the school scholarship and would be required to complete a scholarship application form to that effect.

Upon Admission Acceptance

In the case of a conditional offer, all conditions must be met prior to offer acceptance.

Offer statement and acceptance agreement: Complete the offer statement form and sign and date whereas instructed.

Payment of fees

Payment to the university can be done through the following channels: Western union, Business solutions, bank transfers, credit cards and debit cards. Prospective students are encouraged to review the school’s policy on refunds and adjustments.

Tuition fees

Tuition fees are charged according to the number of units being done in an academic session. The number of units and their corresponding tuition fees are as follows:

Tuition fees 2017 9 units- $9000

Tuition fees 2017- $12000

Estimated living expenses $6000 – $8000

Overseas student health cover (OSHC) – $360- $380

Total $15,360-$20,380

Note: The above fees are in Australian dollars.

A budget of about $400 should be made per semester. This would be for the purchase of textbooks and other materials such as lab coats and for going on field trips and other outings.

Contact the nearest Australian high commission for information about visa application.

Personal details personal details like the information page on your passport should be sent to the school in order to process your confirmation of enrolment.

This will enable you carry out the application for an Australian student visa and will be mailed to you on completion of acceptance of offer form and tuition fee deposit

Visa application

With your confirmation of enrollment, you may proceed to apply for your visa. Contact the nearest Australian embassy to apply for your Australian student visa.

Pre-departure

An international student orientation will be scheduled. It is advisable that new students attend the orientation course in order to receive important information.

How expensive is living in Adelaide?

Adelaide is ranked among the most affordable capital cities in Australia with accommodation and transportation costs being significantly less than in Sydney or Melbourne.

Average weekly expenditure

Rent $135-$385

Food $90-$130

Electricity $35-$55

Transportation $20-$35

Telephone $20-$40

Miscellaneous $350-$695

TOTAL $650-$1340

Post graduate programs

Most post graduate programs have at least a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, however some require relevant professional experience in their respective fields. Domestic students can apply online on the university website via SATAC, while international students apply on the international student website.

There are numerous support systems set up in order to make the learning experience as convenient as possible.

Support systems such as accommodation services to enable students find accommodation, learning support services, child care services, counseling services, health services, international student centre and a well-equipped library all culminating into the complete learning experience.

The University of Adelaide has free Wi-Fi available for students, study areas for groups and individuals, access to photocopiers and computers, and specialist librarians to assist students in utilizing the library’s resources maximally.

Life on campus

Asides the numerous academic activities in the university, there are also recreational activities such as cafeterias with various international foods, fitness centers and over a hundred student clubs and societies,which guarantee an educative yet entertaining experience.